Mar 29, 2024  
College Catalog 2021-2022 
    
College Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

VET 110 - Veterinary Assisting I Lab


3 Credits
This course presents an introduction to the essentials of veterinary assisting. Topics include an introduction to medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, dissection, beginning restraint, physical exam, patient care and other related topics. Students work individually and in groups to develop skills associated with patient handling and care. This course is the lab component of VET 100.

Course Outcomes
 

  1. Identify basic anatomy of dog and cat.
  2. Develop a medical terminology vocabulary including acronyms, symbols and abbreviations.
  3. Recognize the legal rights, responsibilities and limitations of a Veterinary Assistant.
  4. Develop patient care skill, including restraint, positioning, monitoring and transporting animals.